June 2013 - The Diocese of Algoma

Newsletter Date: June, 2013
Volume 15 Issue 1
The Watch Keeper
MISSION TO SEAFARERS
PORT OF THUNDER BAY
692 Seafarers Visit Mission Centre
The 2012 season, crews of 62
Foreign ships visited the Mission
to Seafarers Centre.
The seafarers pictured below are
from the Pacific Huron. After a
van trip to local shopping, they
returned to the Centre, setting up The crew of the HHL Congo visited
their laptops at the picnic table. July 27. Their ship was delivering
wind turbine towers that were put
on truck trailers and taken to
western Canada.
Several hundred wind turbines
The warm breeze of the July
evening was very refreshing.
Seafarers sometimes stay late
into the evening of the long
summer days. This crew from the
Philippines find our 25°C
temperature very cool compared
to the temperatures they are
used too! Note the one seafarer
wearing a toque.
On August 17 the HHL Amazon was
docked at Keefer Terminal. The
Captain and a few seafarers were
taken to the Superstore to
replenish their food supplies.
The ship had been at anchor in
Thunder Bay for an extended
period and were very low on food.
This is a service that the
volunteers of the Mission are
happy to assist with.
have been shipped through the
Port of Thunder Bay in the last
few years. With the purchase of
the crane to unload ships the port
will be able to service many more
ships, that are not equipped with
their own crane .
Inside this issue:
Finlay who retired August 31, 2012
after 26 years of faithful service
and many contributions. Michael
has been Bishop of Westminster
since 1994. He was born in
Yorkshire England, and studied at
Edinburgh in Scotland receiving
an M.A. in Politics and Philosophy
and First Class Honours in
Theology. He trained for the
priesthood of the Scottish
Episcopal Church. He then went
on to postgraduate work at
Chaplains’ Corner
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3
Meet the New Chairperson
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Statistics - A. G. Meeting
4
Donations
5
Note from Ruth Ingram - Clothing
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Anne Zuliani continued from pg. 3
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Photo Flash from the Past
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Volunteer Recognition
8
Blessing of the Fleet
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Meet Volunteer Barb Williams
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Dinner Re-scheduled
Meat Fundraiser
New Mission to Seafarers Liaison Bishop
The Right Reverend Michael
Ingham, Bishop of the Diocese of
New Westminster, took on the role
of Liaison Bishop of the Mission to
Seafarers on September 1, 2012.
Each station in Canada is
independently run and Bishop
Ingham’s role is to be a resource
for the stations and to speak on
the Mission to Seafarers behalf
with the Anglican Church of
Canada House of Bishops. He
replaces Archbishop Terrance
Chaplain Revd. Ed Swayze presented
Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal.
Harvard University. He also spent
a semester at the Hebrew
University of in Jerusalem
studying Judaism. Continued page 2
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PORT OF THUNDER BAY
Bishop Michael Ingham
Fundraiser Dinner Cancelled Due to Snow
continued from page 1.
The morning of Friday, April 19 saw
Thunder Bay covered with drifts of
snow. The annual fund raising dinner
was cancelled as the city was shut
down due to blowing snow and white
outs. City buses, and street plows
were pulled from the streets leaving
many stranded and unable to get to
destinations. The decision was made
to re-schedule the dinner to Friday,
June 14 at which time we are counting
on the local weather to co-operate!!
Michael was ordained in Ottawa in
1974. Two years later he moved to
Vancouver. In 1989 he became
Principal Secretary to the Primate in
Toronto. In 1992 he went back to
Vancouver, becoming Bishop a year
later.
Michael is the author of “Rites of a
New Age” (1985) and “Mansions of the
Spirit” (1997) a book on Interfaith
Dialogue. His interests include sailing,
golf and Chinese cooking.
THIS IS SPRING??
Saturday, June 29
10:30
Royal Canadian Navy
Pier 3
The theme of this year’s dinner is
“Lighthouses”. The
presentation of
guest speaker Paul
Moralee is, “Save
Our Lighthouses”.
The Canadian Federal
Government has
decided that modern
navigational
systems, satellite, GPS, radar, etc. have
virtually eliminated the need for the
lighthouses and can save money by
shutting them. The government has
decided to turn them over to local
groups, or if no local group develops an
acceptable plan, either sell them to a
private group or
simply dismantle
them. This photo of
the Thunder Bay
lighthouse shows
peeling paint. There
have been no
permanent
lighthouse keepers
or maintenance in some places for more
than 15 years. Mr. Moralee will tell us
more about what is being planned and
done to save the lighthouses.
MEAT SALE FUND RAISER IS A SUCCESS - RUTH INGRAM
Parish Representatives and volunteers
have collected meat orders for this
year’s fundraiser to support the
various programs of the Mission.
Watch Keeper Ruth Ingram organized
this year’s campaign which resulted in
raising $1,500. The orders were
turned in on May 6 and then picked up
and delivered on Wednesday, May 15.
The meat for sale included: chicken
breasts, hamburger patties, mild or
hot sausage, cheese sausage, chub,
pepperettes, and baloney ring.
The preparing of orders to be
delivered is always a time of fun and
fellowship.
Thank you to all who supported our
Meat Fundraiser with your orders.
And thank you to those who collected
meat orders and the volunteers that
helped pack and distribute the orders.
If you are interesting in helping with
this or any of our programs, please
contact the Mission Centre.
MEAT PICK UP WED. MAY 15
1:00 - 3:00
BE A VOLUNTEER !
344-8241
FUNDRAISING DINNER
FRIDAY JUNE 14
CURRENT RIVER REC.
SYMPOSIUM 5:30
DINNER 6:15
$30
Did you know that
the Mission to
Seafarers was
established in 1856
and is a world wide
Anglican outreach
ministry? That is
157 years!! The
Mission has been in
Thunder Bay, for
51 years, located at
Keefer Terminal.
The volunteers visit
50 to 150 ocean
ships a year and
open the Centre in
the evenings for the
crews to come and
use the telephone
and internet
service provided.
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PORT OF THUNDER BAY
The Chaplain’s Corner
in this newsletter, our Annual Fund-Raising Dinner
had to be rescheduled due to a winter storm and
the Meat Sale was fairly successful. The Board is
getting ready to launch an order for crested
clothing. An application for a grant to purchase a
new van will be submitted this summer, and with
God’s blessing we should have a new van in 2014.
The upgrades to the Seafarers Centre continue.
Chaplain Rev. Ed Swayze
The secondary door was replaced and new
windows have been purchased for the office and
clothing room. They will be installed this summer.
In the year since our last newsletter we have
Another literature rack has been made and will be
been busy. We looked after 62 ocean-going
vessels, the most in 5 years. This spring we got installed soon. The Board has set a Capital
off to a fast start with 8 vessels in April, and so fund-raising target of $5,000 to replace the
flooring in the Centre in the winter of 2014;
far in May 8 vessels. Our volunteer Watch
donations to this project can be made to the
Keepers and Drivers have been busy shuttling
Capital Fund. Several more windows still need to
seafarers around and helping them connect
be replaced.
with family and friends through the internet.
With all of the advances in communications
We were pleased with the support we received
th
as we celebrated our 50 anniversary of being technology, it is still important to get out and tell
our story. In August, I preached at St. Paul’s
operational. A Brief History of the Mission to
Seafarers: Port of Thunder Bay 1961 – 2012 was Grassmere in Muskoka, a congregation that has
been faithful in supporting our Mission. This
distributed and posted on our website. Any
month I spoke at Christ Church and St. Peter’s
group needs to know where it came from in
Anglican Churches in Sault Ste. Marie, when I
order to know where it is heading. Much like
attended Diocesan Synod, and St. Thomas’
navigation aboard ship, you have to start from
Thunder Bay. Plans are being made for a trip to
where you know you are in order to determine
speak at Temiskaming Deanery Council and All
where you are going.
Saints Huntsville this October. The Board now
The Board of Directors has also been busy. It
plans for me to go out once a year into the
organized fund-raising events that enabled the
Mission to have sufficient resources to welcome Diocese and speak about the Mission to
Seafarers. Invitations to speak in 2014 are
seafarers to the Port of Thunder Bay. As noted
welcome.
My sense when I go around talking about the Mission in
the Diocese of Algoma is that people are proud of the
outreach we do. We run an efficient operation that
seafarers experience as friendly and caring. Thank you
to those who work at the Mission and to those who
support us with donations, financial and in kind. Without
your support, seafarers would not receive a welcome
and assistance when their ship comes to the Port of
Thunder Bay.
New door being installed by Dan Livingston
MEET THE NEW BOARD CHAIRPERSON
At the General Annual Meeting, Anne Zuliani
was elected as Chairperson of the Mission to
Seafarers Board. Anne has been a
volunteer with the Mission to Seafarers for
four years as a board member. She received
the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal which
is awarded to individuals who have made
outstanding contributions to their
community and their country.
Zuliani joined the Naval Reserve in 1976 and
through the years rose to the rank of
Captain (Nay). She said women in the military
back then didn’t have as many options as they
do now.
Although she has been successful in her
career, Zuliani said she never really thought
of herself as a role model for women but a
role model for everyone.
“I was just thrilled to be nominated for the
medal but to be one of the recipients is
really special,” Zuliani said. “I tried to be a
role model for both men and women. I tried
to be a good leader, a good manager of
people and a good mentor.”
We are grateful to have Anne as a volunteer.
Her positive attitude and hard work is
appreciated. Congratulations Anne!
MISSION TO SEAFARERS CHAIRPERSON
ANNE ZULIANI
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STATISTICS—JANUARY 1 TO May 31, 2013
FUNDRAISING
The 2013 General Fundraising Budget is $43,712.60. This consists of approximately $31,000
in donations and $12,000 in fund raising. We have many gracious donors throughout the
Thunder Bay area churches and the Anglican Diocese of Algoma and Roman Catholic Diocese
of Thunder Bay. We also receive donations from Canadian Companies and Benevolent
Groups with a special interest in the Seafarers and Shipping Industry. The Board is going to
review our fund raising program to see where we are doing well and where we can improve
or implement new programs. If you have any ideas or suggestions please send them to the
Mission Centre.
The Board is also applying for a grant to replace our aging van. (1981) To date we have
received donations to our Capital Fund to help in the purchase of a new vehicle.
Other Capital projects include replacing the Centre flooring, three new windows, and a new
front door. A total of $5,000 is the target to raise for our Capital projects.
If you are looking for a good project to support, why not help by donating to our Fund
Raising Campaign for these Capital Projects!
Ocean Going Serviced
16
# of Seafarers Transported
137
Lakers/CCG Visited
1
# of Visitors to Centre
60
Ship Visits: Chaplain
4
# of Internet Users
95
Ship Visits: Ship Visitor
6
# of Phone Cards Sold
52
Days Staffed
27 Tours
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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
The Annual General Meeting was held Wednesday, March 6, 2013 at
St. Thomas’ Anglican Church. The meeting was chaired by Barb
Williams and attended by twelve members.
At our first Board meeting following the AGM Anne Zuliani was
elected Chair of the Board and five directors were elected to the
Board: Ingrid Koropeski, Janet Pike, David Stephens,
Barbara Williams, and Brad Yeo.
The budget for 2013 of $43,712.60 was approved and the minutes
for the 2012 meeting were accepted and approved. The meeting
was presented with capital projects for 2013 which included
replacing the flooring in the Mission Centre and applying for a grant
to replace the van.
MISSION TO SEAFARERS - PORT OF THUNDER BAY CONSISTS OF:
13 Watch Keepers: provide service to seafarers at the Seafarers Centre
11 Directors, which includes the Executive: Chair, Vice-Chair, Treasurer and Secretary
12 Drivers
5 Ship Visitors
1 Seafarers’ Centre Manager
1 Cleaner
2 Sacristans
1 Assistant Treasurer
2 Caterers
1 Newsletter Editor
Fund-Raising Dinner Committee
Blessing of the Fleet Committee
* a few do several jobs
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PORT OF THUNDER BAY
Volunteers
Dave Stephens
and
Brad Yeo
DONATIONS REPORT
June 1, 2012 to May 31, 2013
INDIVIDUAL DONORS
CORPORTATE DONORS
Master
$3,000 +
Thunder Bay Port Authority, THUNDER BAY
Anglican Diocese of Algoma, SAULT STE. MARIE
Chief Engineer
$2,999 - $1,000
Hensen Foundation, BRANTFORD
Intl. Sailors' Society Canada, VANCOUVER
St. Thomas' Anglican Church, THUNDER BAY
St. Dominic Church, THUNDER BAY
Chief Officer
$999 - $250
Canadian Forest Navigation Co. Ltd., MONTREAL
Roman Catholic Diocese of Thunder Bay
First Christian Reformed Church, THUNDER BAY
St. John the Divine ACW, NORTH BAY
St. Luke's Anglican Church, THUNDER BAY
St. Mary's Anglican Church, NIPIGON
St. Paul's ACW, THUNDER BAY
St. Paul's Anglican Church, THUNDER BAY
St. Paul's Church Grassmere, HUNTSVILLE
St. Peter's Anglican Church, SAULT STE. MARIE
St. Stephen's Anglican Church, THUNDER BAY
St. Thomas' Fieldworker's Fund, THUNDER BAY
Thunder Bay Deanery ACW, THUNDER BAY
Thunder Bay Naval Heritage Fund, THUNDER BAY
Thunder Bay Tug Services Ltd., THUNDER BAY
Duty Officer
$249 - $100
Church of the Ascension, SUDBURY
Logistec, Montreal
Parish of St. Joseph & St. George ACW, Richards Landing
St. George's Anglican Church, THUNDER BAY
St. John the Divine ACW, NORTH BAY
St. Luke's ACW, THUNDER BAY
St. Michael and All Angels Church, THUNDER BAY
St. Michael's ACW, THUNDER BAY
St. Peter’s ACW, SAULT STE. MARIE
St. Saviour's ACW, BLIND RIVER
St. Stephen's Anglican Church, THUNDER BAY
St. Thomas' Fieldworker's Fund, THUNDER BAY
The Sisters of St. Joseph of SSM, NORTH BAY
Friend
< $100
St. George's ACW, THUNDER BAY
St. John the Divine ACW, NORTH BAY
St. Mary's A.C.W. Parish of West T.B., THUNDER BAY
Trinity - St. Alban's ACW, BALA
USWA/TCU, Unit Lodge 650, THUNDER BAY
Robert Aldrich
Kimberly Anderson
Margaret Boone
Peter Bound
Alex Buchanan
Mickey Cain
Revd. Canon Paul Carr
Victor & Dorothy Cook
Levina Collins
Joyce Coupland
Mary Jane Deeley
Elsie Dumbrell
Olive Ede
Joyce Essa
Marshall & Lynda
Farquharson
Gordon & Michelle Ferguson
Nora Flynn
Joyce Fossum
Eleanor Gardiner
Ven. Anne Germond
Elisabeth Harding
Laurie Hardman
Doug Hutchinson
Ruth Ingram
Margaret Irwin
Philip Jarvis
Shirley King
Revd. Dr. Jay Koyle
Eva Lagendyk
Rev. Joan Locke
Florence Lockwood
Revd. Margaret Lucas
Brian Mallon
Patricia Mark
Barry McBain
Gloria McKay
Ruth Merkley
David Middleton
Beth Muirhead
Dorothy Nesbitt
Jean Nielsen-Jones
Din & Ann Oosterbaan
Janice Ormiston
Marian Page
June Park
Teresa Parr
Sandra Pellegrino
Janet Pike
Alfred Ponting
John Proctor
Bernice Richmond
Lewis & Grace Ringham
William & Revd. Nancy
Ringham
Linda Rintamaki & Wayne
Edmunds
Mary Rossiter
Joanna Sauermann
Jim & Pat Schell
Eileen Scott
Robert & Kristin Smiley
Roy Smith
Ven. Peter Smyth
Margaret Stefak
Susan Speller
Richard Stephens
Arthur Stephenson
Beatrice Stevens
Revd. Ed Swayze
Sarah Swayze
Violet Thomson
Larry & Gloria
Thornburrow
Margaret Tollefsen
Brian Vistorimo
Barbara Williams
Brad Yeo
Anne Zuliani
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PORT OF THUNDER BAY
A Note of Encouragement from Ruth Ingram
The following note was submitted by Volunteer Ruth Ingram. She
wanted to let all know that our service is appreciated.
On the evening of May 11, I was Watch Keeping with Gordon Bailey as
Driver. The ship Irma was in port. Twelve Polish seafarers from the
ship came into the centre, including the Captain. The Captain spoke
English so was the interpreter for the crew members. He conveyed to
us that the Mission to Seafarers was an impressive organization.
They were very grateful that there were people who volunteered their
time to help and serve the seafarers. It was especially nice to be able
to talk with women as they were with men all the time. The seafarers
mentioned that they see many centres such as ours but the
centres are not always staffed when they visit them. The crew
expressed how friendly and obliging our volunteers were to each of
them. The Captain on behalf of the crew of the Irma wished to thank
all the volunteers of the Thunder Bay Branch.
If you are interested in becoming a Volunteer or supporting the
programs of the Mission to Seafarers call Chaplain Rev. Ed Swayze for
further information. He can be contacted at 344-8241, or on line at:
flyingangel@ tbaytel.net
Thank you Ruth for sharing this story. It are moments like this that
encourages us all and lets us know that what we are doing does make
a difference in make life a little
better for those we meet.
Editors Note: The Irma was in
Thunder Bay April 26 to May 14.
She had some repairs to be done
before taking on a load of grain.
Mission to Seafarers Now Offering Crested Clothing!
Mission to Seafarers - Port of Thunder Bay is now
offering several types of clothing with the Mission
Logo. As can be seen in the table to the right that
there is a variety of styles and sizes available. The
order form will soon be on our web site, along with
photos of each item. If you are interested in
purchasing any of these items call or e-mail the
Mission Centre. Cost includes tax.
Order
number
Sizes
Cost
Men’s Ash Grey Atc Ptech Track Jacket
(windbreaker weight)
s - xl
75.00
KF9016
Ladies Ash Grey Dark KF Full Zipper Sweatshirt
s - xl
65.00
KF9026
Men’s Ash Grey Dark KF 1/4 Zipper Sweatshirt
s - xl
65.00
88039
Men’s Black Oxford Jacket (heavier, good for colder weather)
s - xl
80.00
3800
Men’s Navy Dark Gildan Pq-Polo Shirt
s - xl
35.00
75027
Ladies’ Navy Extreme Golf Shirt (V-neck, no buttons)
s - xl
30.00
88128
Men’s North End Full Zip Wind Vest Glacier Blue
s - 3x
55.00
s - xxl
50.00
F22
Description
(772)
78028
Ladies’ North End Full Zipper Wind Vest
4210
Basic Royal / White Ball Cap
10.00
4223
Ladies’ Royal Blue Bucket Hat
12.00
Lake Blue (800)
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PORT OF THUNDER BAY
Anne Zuliani continued from page 3
Anne Zuliani, CD, was born in Kingston,
Ontario, and joined the Naval Reserve at
HMCS CHIPPAWA (Winnipeg) as a Direct
Entry Officer in 1976.
In 1979 she transferred to HMCS
GRIFFON where she held senior
positions including Training Officer,
Operations Officer, and Executive
Officer. A Naval Cooperation and
Guidance for Shipping (NCAGS) officer,
Captain Zuliani was appointed Deputy
Commander NCAGS Unit Four in July
1996 and Commander NCAGS Unit Four
in October 1999. She held this position
until September 2000.
Captain Zuliani was appointed
Commanding Officer of HMCS GRIFFON in
June 2000 and served in this position
until July 2004. She then served as the
Naval Reserve Chief of Staff for
Personnel and Training at Naval Reserve
Headquarters in Québec City, following
which she was appointed Deputy
Commander Naval Reserve, a position
she held until March 2007. She was
subsequently appointed as the Naval
Reserve Establishment Review and
Validation Study (NERVS) Project
Manager and Naval Reserve
Intelligence MOS Advisor, positions she
held until spring 2008. She retired
August 2011. Anne has had the
opportunity to participate in
international exercises in England,
New Zealand, Chile, Bahrain and the
United States. She also completed a
portion of her training at HMS
PORTSMOUTH with the Royal Naval
Reserve. She is a member of the Naval
Officers' Association of Canada. She is
also a retired physiotherapist having
practiced in Manitoba and Ontario for
30 years.
She is an avid reader and enjoys
travelling and time spent at the
summer cottage.
Flash from Our Past
Thanks Anne for your dedication and
service to the Mission to Seafarers.
Your expertise and joyful spirit is
appreciated.
2013 Board of Directors
Mrs. Betty Gottfred
Mrs. Ruth Ingram
Mrs. Anne Zuliani Chair
Mr. Craig Williams
Ms. Margaret Boone Secretary
Mr. Brad Yeo
Mr. David Stephens Treasurer
Mrs. Ingrid Koropeski .
Mrs. Barbara Williams Vice-Chair
Mrs. Janet Pike
Mr. Garry Barker
The Rev'd Ed Swayze Chaplain
The Ven. Deborah Kraft
Ex-officio - Archdeacon of Thunder Bay
Early Years - Van and Centre Trailer
Chaplain Ed Swayze, Ven. Mark Conliffe,
Canon David Bradford, & Canon Paul Carr
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Volunteer Recognition
Our Annual Volunteer Appreciation Social
was held on January 29 in the Upper Mess at
HMCS GRIFFON. We have 25 volunteers who
do the lion’s share of the work at the Mission
and we wanted to let them know that they
are appreciated. The bulk of the work they
do is drive the van and transport seafarers
to the Seafarers’ Centre or to shopping, and
staff the Seafarers’ Centre as Watch
Keepers and attend to the seafarer’s needs.
Volunteers help with maintaining the Centre
and the van, raising funds and as a Board of
Directors to set policy for the running of the
Mission. This year we thanked Dan Livingston
and Brad Yeo for 5 years as volunteers. Roy
Smith has retired as a Watch Keeper and he
was made a Life Member to recognize him
for his seven years of service.
Each year we are looking for a couple of new
volunteers as several volunteers retire each
year. We are glad that David Robertson and
Jessica Robertson have joined as Watch
Keepers and Driver this year. For the most
part, the volunteer work is direct ministry
with seafarers. The seafarers really
appreciate visiting with volunteers and what
we do for them.
Margaret Irwin & Olive Ede
Margaret Boone and Ingrid Koropeski
preparing lunch for Volunteer Recognition
NOTES FROM CHAIR OF THE BOARD
This is my first opportunity to provide
comments for the Newsletter since my
appointment as Mission to Seafarers: Port of
Thunder Bay Chair in March of this year. I am
thrilled to take on this new challenge and to
have the opportunity to work with such a
terrific group of dedicated volunteers. I have
been involved with the Mission for four years
now, and find I am still learning a lot about
activities at the port level and the Mission
itself. What I have discovered is just how vital
the role of the Mission is to seafarers who
visit our City from all over the world. It is
such an important role, and is carried out by
such a small and loyal group led by the
indefatigable Revd. Ed.
We have had a busy spring, with
preparations for our
Fundraising Dinner
which has been
rescheduled to June
14th due to a severe
winter storm. Hope to
see you all there! We
have also seen the
completion of another of our main
fundraisers, the Meat Sale. Thanks to
everyone who supported this event. And close
on the heels of the dinner we will be holding
the annual Blessing of the Fleet on June 29th
at the Waterfront, Pier 3, Royal Canadian
Navy Pier. Please come out to enjoy the
beautiful site of vessels as they participate in
the Parade of Sail.
Throughout all this, our volunteers continue
to man the Centre in order to provide a
“home away from home” for the seafarers.
And in case you are interested, we are
always looking for more volunteers to man
the Centre, drive the seafarers about or
take part in other activities. We are also
very thankful for all donations of cookies,
they are very much appreciated by the
seafarers.
Finally, thanks to everyone for your efforts
in supporting the Mission, be it as
volunteers, or via financial support or by
attending our events. Every bit helps, and I
for one feel very blessed that our
organization is so well supported by our
community. I look forward to seeing you out
at our upcoming events, but if not, I wish
you a happy and safe summer.
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PORT OF THUNDER BAY
Canadian Navy Makes Flag Changes
As part of the celebrations
surrounding the centennial of
the Canadian Navy in 2010, the
Government of Canada
precipitated a number of naval
heritage initiatives such as the
restoration of the Executive Curl
and the Royal designations of
the distinctive commands. With
these now in effect, a return to a
distinctive Canadian naval
ensign is held to be clearly in
line with Government intent
regards heritage issues.
As with any change to historical
practices, there will always be
differing opinions as to what
should, or should not, be done.
Notwithstanding, the leadership
of the Navy has decided to
embark on a course to return to
the well-established
international practice of
differentiating warships from
other nationally flagged vessels
by adopting a distinctive naval
ensign.
Blessing of the Fleet - Saturday June 29
Royal Canadian Naval Pier 3
Prince Arthur’s Landing Marina
10:30 - MacGillivray Pipe Band will perform
11:00 - Service to Bless the Fleet with a
parade of vessels
In the Blessing of the Fleet we ask God to give seafarers help to deal with dangers:
good training; a clear mind, physical strength and courage; people who can be
counted on; a well maintained vessel; and favourable weather.
The service pamphlet will be available in the Boaters Services Building the week
prior to the Blessing of the Fleet.
Vehicle parking in north end of park, at Sister Cities parking lot.
FOR VESSEL INSTRUCTIONS VISIT
www.missiontoseafarers.ca/thunderbay
For Further Information contact:
Chaplain Rev. Ed Swayze
Phone: 807-344-8241
E-mail: flyingangel@tbaytel.net
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PORT OF THUNDER BAY
Meet Volunteer— Barb Williams
What are your duties as a
Volunteer?
morning and cannot wait to get into
their gifts.
I have recently become Past Chair of
the Board of the Mission to
Seafarers. I joined the Mission in
2004. My husband Craig had joined a
few years earlier. He was a Watch
Keeper and Driver. When a couple
could no longer volunteer, I decided
to give up my quiet evening at home
and join Craig as a Watch Keeper. It
was my duty to greet the seafarers,
make tea and coffee, serve cookies
and chat with the seafarers. I am
also a Driver, picking up seafarers at
their ship and bring them to the
Centre or to shopping. Walmart
seems to be a favourite
destination. As a Ship Visitor I have
been invited aboard ships for a meal.
I have also arranged communion
services at our Centre’s Chapel.
Another fun event is decorating the
centre for Christmas, complete with
Christmas tree and gift bags. The
gift bags are a hit with the seafarers.
They are like kids on Christmas
What attracted you to this
Ministry?
It was very easy to get involved as my
husband was already a part of the
Mission. I find volunteering very
rewarding and am involved in several
organizations. I began in 2004, nine
years ago, but it feels like it was only
yesterday!
What is your most memorable event
as a volunteer?
There have been many! Having a meal
on board ship, taking tour trips to
Kakabeka Falls and arranging church
services for the seafarers. My
favorite was a tour to the Mission
Marsh to see white tailed deer. Among
the Indian crew was the wife of the
1st engineer. She was a photographer
by trade and enjoyed seeing the deer.
She told me she was on her honeymoon
and she asked if I could take her
shopping the next day. I agreed and
the next day we went to Intercity Mall.
Our first stop was the hair dressers!
We then went to many of the stores.
She purchased a “Circle of Friends”
pin and gave it to me. We have
become good friends keeping in touch
with email and photos. The day their
ship left Thunder Bay she asked me
when I and my husband were going to
come visit them in India!
Another time a crew asked for a
church service. With a phone call to
Archdeacon Kraft it was arranged to
attend St. Paul’s. We also went to St.
John’s where many photos were
taken. I learned that the Captain’s
wife was a doctor. Once again we
exchanged emails and I was also
invited to visit their homeland. I will
have to become a world traveller!
What would you say to anyone
interested in becoming a
volunteer?
If you have a few hours in the evening
you would like to get out and enjoy the Mission To Seafarers: Port of Thunder Bay
company of seafarers from around
Seafarers’ Centre
the world, don’t miss out on this
Keefer Terminal
opportunity to volunteer.
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Magazines and clothing may Other Revenue comes to the
be put in the drop off box at Centre from donations from;
the Seafarers’ Centre.
 Anglican Diocese of Algoma
Pop cans are collected at  Thunder Bay Port Authority
the Centre and recycled at  Individuals
Dutchak Recycle Inc.
 Anglican and other Parish
Churches
The Mission relies heavily
on Volunteers for its
 Service Clubs and
operation. They are needed  Corporations.
for watch keeping at the
There are many ways in which you
Centre or driving the van
can become involved as a
for various services
volunteer. The work is fulfilling
offered to the Seafarers,
Fund raising projects are
held such as the meat sale
and the annual fund raising
dinner.
Suite 450 100 Main St
Thunder Bay, Ontario P7B 6R9
HOW CAN YOU HELP?
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Volunteers John Proctor & Barb Williams
and the gratitude of the
Seafarers is rewarding.
Phone: 807-344-8241
If you would like to volunteer or
find out more, contact Chaplain
Rev. Ed Swayze at 626-2571.
www.missiontoseafarers.ca/thunderbay
Mission to Seafarers Van
Shine Jesus Shine
e-mail: flyingangel@tbaytel.net
OPEN HOUSE!
We will be hosting an open house on Sunday,
September 29 from 1:30—4:00. Bishop Steven
Andrew is scheduled to join us.
Come out and see our upgrades to the Centre and
meet the volunteers.
We have installed new windows and door,
upgraded our computers, and spruced up the centre
with fresh paint.
The Bar-b-que will be cooking up burgers and
sausage, so come and enjoy the afternoon!